1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe 2.3 liter turbo from North America

Summary:

Faults:

Head light lens bracket broke and the lens fogged over.

General Comments:

This is the best car I have ever had! It is a great looking car, surpassing anything domestic today.

The 2.3 liter turbo is an exceptionally strong, fast, reliable engine - handles high RPM's very well. I love the boost and ride control, it makes for a truly fun ride. With a good set of tires, you will be surprised at how fast you can take some corners.

This car is different from the norm (i.e. Camaros, Firebirds, etc). It is unique with the slotted hood that is functional in delivering air to the intercooler.

I plan to keep this car and make many upgrades to it when I have the money. If anyone has any tips or anything about the car, feel free to E-mail me at nukeproof2@excite.com.

Oh, one thing about turbos - the reason so many people have problems with them "going out" is because they often shut off the car without allowing oil pressure to build back up for the turbo. All you have to do to remedy this is let the car idle for about 20 seconds to a minute.

Summary:

Faults:

New turbo needed, new clutch, other than that just regular maintenance.

General Comments:

The best car I have ever driven. Amazing performance for a four cylinder. Handles beautifully. Looks very sharp.

I'm glad to see there are others out there who turn away from the usual Trans Ams and Camaros and give this car a try, because it truly is a great car. I will do whatever it takes to keep this car in top condition.

1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe 2.3L turbo from North America

Summary:

Faults:

The only problem I have experienced is that the fan relay went bad, and the fan would turn on and off randomly (many times quickly). It was a quick and fairly inexpensive fix.

General Comments:

A great car. The power is always there, on demand. There is a slight turbo lag, but you'll soon forget about that when you're thrown back in the seat, and you realize that you can smoke the tires in the first 3 gears, and still get 25MPG on the highway.

The stereo performs as well as the motor with a factory amp and an 8-band graphic equalizer.

A very comfortable seating position with dual power seats and power lumbar.

Repairs can get expensive, but are reasonable for such a rare performance car. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

1988 Ford Thunderbird Lx Turbo Coupe 2.3 L from North America

Summary:

A high performance bargain

Faults:

It has overheated due to extended usage on a low amount of gas. Suggestion is to not run it hard when low on gas as it will overheat and will not start until you put more gas into it. Tested once and only once has it done it.

Otherwise there is nothing wrong with the car. Not only that there has never been anything wrong with the car. Just look up the VIN before you buy one though. Sounds like people drive theirs too hard in too rough conditions, "Just to make sure nothing has happened to the car and that you know the history".

General Comments:

It is a great car to own, fun to drive and fun to show off. It has all the features you could ever want on a car of that class and of that particular year.

If you are truly intrested in one, go test drive it for yourself, 7 out 10 you will like and it will be affordable.